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Health Careers Resources

Career Resources

Professional Organizations:

The American Dental Association (ADA) represents dentists across the country and enages in a variety of efforts to advance oral health. In addition to its advocacy, research, and educational efforts, it also certifies oral hygiene products and engages in philanthropic work through its foundation.

The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) represents all of the American and Canadian dental schools as well as a variety of allied programs. It works to support dental education, research, and professional development, as well as improve oral health care for the general public. The ADEA also manages all of the dental common application systems, including the AADSAS, PASS, DHCAS, and CAAPID.

The American Student Dental Association (ASDA) is a national student-run organization that protects and advances the rights, interests and welfare of dental students. It introduces students to lifelong involvement in organized dentistry and provides services, information, education, representation and advocacy.

Other professional organizations include:

Financial Aid:

Below are various financial aid resources to help you plan your finances as you apply to dental programs: